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table seats up to four people.
A less elite option, but one just
as delicious, is the Chef’s Tasting,
which is 8 courses with the option
to add a wine pairing.
The regular menu at the Twisted
Frenchman is seasonal, but a sample
of what to expect during this upcoming restaurant week includes Scottish salmon,
with Béarnaise sauce, smoked pomme puree, braised
leeks, and lavender. Also available is the squab, served with
barley risotto, micro turnips, foie gras snow, and a champagne mustard sauce.
Looking for gourmet without the hefty price tag? Head to
BRGR during restaurant week, where you’ll find a $20 special
that includes two Average Joe burgers, 2 PBR’s, and a side of
fries. The Average Joe burger is served on a bun with lettuce,
tomato, onion, and with or without cheese. You can add a fried
egg, bacon, or avocado for $1.
Other burgers worth an order are the Smokehouse Bison and
the Grazed & Confused. The Smokehouse Bison is a bison patty
with a BBQ-chipotle aioli, smoked cheddar, mushrooms, onion
straws and Jalapeños. The Grazed & Confused burger is made
with a 7 oz. grass-fed angus beef patty, oven roasted tomatoes,
marinated vegetables and Portobello, fresh herbs, mozzarella,
and balsamic vinaigrette, all piled high on a wheat bun.
Whether you’re looking for a new spin on a classic BBQ dish,
or an organic burger, these Good Eats destinations will have
you salivating while you wait for a table. Quaint booths with
quiet atmospheres, and lively high-tops dripping in neon all
offer a different setting for some of the most delicious food in
America. Reserve your next foodie vacation for one of these
hot spots!
Head to the Midwest next, for Chicago’s Restaurant Week.
Chicago is famous for their amazing eateries, and Restaurant
Week for this city starts on January 27th and runs until February 9th, 2017. This 14-day long dining adventure brings out
the best of Chicago, with special prix fixe menus starting at
only $22 for lunch and brunch, which is new and exclusive for
2017. Dinner menus are priced between $33-$44, and will vary
depending on the fare.
Participating restaurants will be announced as the dates get
closer, but some restaurants to keep on the radar are definitely
in the Fulton Market district. With many up and coming restaurants, as well as old favorites, you don’t want to miss out on this
vibrant and eclectic neighborhood. Duck Duck Goat is a newer
diner in the area, by Top Chef alum Stephanie Izard. Expect
contemporary takes on Chinese cuisine, with noodle dishes,
dumplings, and innovative rice creations. It is not said whether
Duck Duck Goat will be participating, but we can hope!
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